It’s estimated that the average woman will spend 72 days shaving her legs over the course of a lifetime. That’s a whopping 1,728 “leg-shaving hours”! Beauty brand Escentual also reports that this is the most loathed self-care routine. [practise_name] gives you more time in your day to do the things you actually love, thanks to long-lasting laser hair reduction or removal at our office in Gardner, Massachusetts. As your choice for “a clinic near me in Hubbardston,” Dr. Elizabeth Tateoka has also invested in advanced Cervello laser technology to support a comfortable, safe experience for all skin types and most hair colors.
What makes the Cervello laser so safe and comfortable?
The laser works by targeting melanin in hair follicles. Melanin is the pigment responsible for the color of our hair, skin, and eyes. Hair grows through sac-like follicles. By targeting melanin in the area of unwanted hair, the laser damages the pigment and disables the treated follicles. The normal cycle of hair growth is disrupted. Since treatment is so targeted, the surrounding skin remains undisturbed. This makes the treatment safe and predictable. Unlike other hair removal options, such as electrolysis, we can treat many hairs at once. We can do far more in less time. Depending on the size and number of areas to be treated, treatment sessions can take just minutes, making the process convenient and comfortable. Lastly, the Italian-made Cervello laser features built-in contact cooling, which prevents overheating for a gentle treatment process.
Are some skin and hair types at greater risk of complications?
In the past, darker-skinned clients and those with certain hair types and colors were not good candidates for laser hair removal or reduction. These devices simply had a harder time distinguishing between melanin in the skin and melanin in the hair, which resulted in the risk of complications such as patches of dark or light skin and burns. Fortunately, lasers and other aesthetic technologies are getting better all the time. The Cervello laser is uniquely designed with a multi-wavelength system. This system allows us to target a wide range of hair tones, thicknesses, and colors safely and effectively. The exception to this rule is very light hair colors, such as red, gray, light blonde, and white, which remain a challenge to treat because there is less melanin associated with these colors for the laser to selectively target.
When Will I See Results?
Hair grows in cycles. So, any professional hair removal service is not a one-and-done procedure. A good rule of thumb is that you can get between 90% to 95% hair reduction with a minimum of nine treatments spaced 4-6 weeks apart. But, of course, results can vary considerably, and no two treatment experiences are alike. Little by little, and with each passing treatment session, you will notice fewer hairs coming in, and laser devices are cleared by the FDA to reduce the amount of hair regrowth over time. The total number of treatment sessions largely depends on your goals (the amount of hair reduction you desire) and personal characteristics such as the areas/sites treated, your hair type, and the contrast between your hair and skin color. We’re happy to answer any more specific questions you may have during a complimentary consultation at our Hubbardston-area office in Gardner, MA. To schedule yours, visit www.whiteonyxmed.com and click on ‘book now’ today.
